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X5 AXC

2008 BMW X5

Grey Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

209,950 mi
Last recorded209,950 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 BMW X590,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 AXC
MakeBMW
ModelX5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 209,950 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 206,800 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 203,551 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 198,451 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 195,284 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 190,000 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 155,312 miles

Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 144,847 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 138,326 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 130,735 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 123,083 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 115,636 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 111,091 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 104,789 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 65,475 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 65,475 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW X5?

Based on 1,735,343 MOT tests across 137,484 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
7,400
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
137,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,544
constant velocity joint gaiter split 29,936
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,930
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 21,276
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X5 AXC is a 2008 BMW X5 in Grey with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 BMW X5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 90,188 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,544 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X5 AXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this BMW X5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X5 AXC registered?

X5 AXC is a 2008 BMW X5, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is X5 AXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 AXC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X5 AXC have outstanding finance?

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